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**Dates and times subject to change** |
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Dear Lakewood Families, It has been a full and meaningful few weeks on our campus, and I continue to feel grateful for the way our community shows up for one another. The third grade performance was a true highlight. Our students did such a wonderful job sharing their learning and talents on stage. Their confidence, preparation, and teamwork were evident, and we are so proud of the way they represented Lakewood. Thank you to our teachers and staff who helped prepare them and to our families for cheering them on and supporting their hard work. I also want to express my appreciation for your flexibility and understanding as we adjusted for missed weather days and rescheduled parent conferences and events. Changes to schedules are never easy, and your partnership allows us to keep learning moving forward for all students. A quick reminder that Picture Day is tomorrow. Please send students in their school uniforms and ready with their biggest smiles. We love capturing these memories together. As we celebrate Black History Month across campus, students will be learning about leaders whose courage, determination, and perseverance helped open doors for future generations. As Booker T. Washington once said, “Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome.” This message speaks to the resilience we work to build in our students every day as they grow, learn, and support one another. Families of students in grades 3rd-5th grades, please see below for information about our Oratory Competition. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to develop their voice, confidence, and public speaking skills. All students are welcome to participate in the optional dress up days listed below. Thank you for your continued partnership and for all you do to support our Lakewood community. We are grateful to be on this journey together. Stallion Strong,
Principal Thompson |
To See the Full eNews LWE eNews is filled with so much important info, you may have to click "view entire message" at the bottom of this email. Don't miss helpful reminders in the Previously Shared section, or info from our FOL, Feeder Pattern and Specials Showcase sections! |
PLEASE COMPLETE BY NOON ON 2/6 |
Family Input Form for the '26-'27 School Year Class Assignments As we begin the process of looking ahead to creating well balanced classes for the 2026-2027 school year, we would like to streamline input provided by families through this form. Please know that we are not able to take specific teacher requests, nor student friend requests. As we work through this process, we keep our Lakewood Vision at the forefront: We are a community of leaders, valued individuals and problem solvers, who advocate for all. Note this will be viewed and analyzed by the current Lakewood Staff. We ask that you refrain from any disparaging comments and remain focused on your student's needs. Our team is looking for input on students’ needs regarding structure, social emotional support, and other factors that may contribute to their success. This form will close at noon on Friday, February 6, 2026. As a reminder the process of placing students in their new homeroom classes is very important to us, and we take a holistic approach. Please note that we do not honor specific teacher requests.
Once class placements are released prior to Meet the Teacher in August, please address any concerns following these steps: First, reach out directly to the teacher with any concerns or needs regarding your child's experiences. At Lakewood we value feedback, and the opportunity to collaborate together and improve for your child’s success. If after reaching out to the teacher you still have concerns, please contact their respective administrator.
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Class Picture Day is TOMORROW! Say cheese! Spring Picture Day is for class photos. Students must wear their uniform. |
| 📣 CALLING ALL BUSINESSES – BIG, SMALL, AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN! 📣 Do you have an item, experience, or vacation home that you can donate to the House Party silent auction?! All proceeds go directly to OUR KIDS! Let’s show up BIG Lakewood! Email auctionparty@lakewoodelementary.net to donate or click the link here. |
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Twice a month we stock the workroom with snacks & beverages to show our teachers & staff some extra love! Each month there will be a sign up genius sent out per grade. Thank you Kinder for stocking in February! Sign up to donate here on 2/9 or 2/23! |
| In celebration of Black History Month, 3rd–5th graders can join our Oratory Contest to perform a short speech, poem, or monologue and share powerful words. Visit our Optional Text Suggestions website page for ideas, links to example pieces, and helpful tips to get started! |
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| Lakewood survived Ice Week 2026. We've earned this! Good news: Animal House is open to parents of ALL grades! After that many days at home, we all deserve a night out! Costumes encouraged! |
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BOND 2026 At the next board meeting on February 26, the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees will vote on whether and what to bring to voters for a bond election. The most up to date public information can be found here, including, campus by campus assessments of needs and proposed budget for those changes |
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Woodrow Safety Meeting on February 10 at 5:30 pm In response to the tragic event that resulted in the loss of a Woodrow student this past January - on February 10th at 5:30 PM there will be a joint district and city community meeting at Woodrow to share concrete steps being taken to improve safety and to hear directly from families and community members. We encourage you to attend. |
The next SBDM meeting is on February 12 (closed) If there are topics you would like to propose for our agenda, please email sbdm@lakewoodelementary.net by the end of this week. Our last meeting of the year is an open meeting on April 16 where we will hear from folks who would like to join the SBDM for next year. If you know of someone or are interested in joining the SBDM - please reach out to SBDM Chair, Elizabeth Cheek, through the SBDM email address. |
General PTA Meeting Please click here to read the minutes from our General PTA Meeting on February 2, 2026. The next General PTA Meeting will be hosted in the LWE Auditorium on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM |
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DISD '26-'27 Approved Calendar Please click here to review the calendar and make note of important dates! The first day of the '26-'27 school year will be Tuesday, August 11, 2026. |
Cold Weather, Carpool Lines, and Tardy Slips oh my! A friendly reminder to allow yourselves a little extra time for carpool on these chilly mornings! A few less Stallions are walking to school in these colder temps, so the carpool lines are longer and take more time. Also, please remember to be patient and stay in a single file line on the right side of Lake Circle until you come to the curve at Hillbrook and can choose to drop off in either the red or blue lane. School begins at 8:00 am and tardy slips are issued at 8:05 am. |
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Don't forget your helmets & socks on PE days so you are ready to ROLL! |
CALLING ALL 1st GRADE PARENTS TO HELP TREAT OUR TEACHERS & STAFF TO A LASAGNA LUNCH! |
| Dress: Students should wear all black shoes & clothing (shirts, pants, skirts, or dresses) and may wear accessories (i.e. scarves, hats, bows, ties, etc) with Valentine's colors – red and pink. Have fun with the theme!
5:30pm - KA, KE, KG, KL (Drop off by 5:15pm in the cafeteria, fully dressed)
6:30pm - KB, KC, KD, KF, KJ (Drop off by 6:15pm in the cafeteria, fully dressed)
*Shows last approx. 25 min* |
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Howdy Kinder Class of 26/27! |
It's your turn for Kinder Round Up! |
Incoming kinder families are invited to a welcoming introduction to Lakewood Elementary where they can learn more about kindergarten at LWE and see the school! Sign up to attend HERE! Thursday, March 5 - 4:30-5:30PM: Last Names A-M
- 5:30-6:30PM: Last Names N-Z
*RSVP per family attending. Can't wait to see y'all there!
Kinder Round Up Committee |
Valentine's That Give Back You receive 20% off at Minted all year, and they donate 10% back to LWE! |
Lunch Bunch Volunteers Needed We would love to have 1 additional volunteer join us for the 1st Lunch Bunch shift each day to help keep the cafeteria clean and get the classes in and out within their allotted time period. Unfortunately, Voly does not allow us to make changes to our existing signup. Please click below to access the NEW VOLY SIGNUP for this 1 additional volunteer. The original Voly Lunch Bunch Sign Up is still active! Thank you in advance for signing up AND for your patience with Voly. |
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Check out our composting updates here! With Moonshot, we are steering food away from the trash and back into the earth! |
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Thursday, February 5, 5-8PM
Hillside Tavern, 6465 East Mockingbird Lane Grab a drink, relax, and meet the guys who are showing up for Lakewood just like you. Our monthly Happy Hour is all about easy conversation, good laughs, and finally putting names to faces—no pressure, no agenda. Come hang, connect with fellow dads, and leave feeling a little more plugged into the Lakewood crew. |
MATH OLYMPIAD The MATH OLYMPIAD will be held on March 12 and the Awards Ceremony will be on May 15. Additional information will be posted here when it becomes available. |
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| Kickstart your Wednesdays with our before-school Math Maniacs Program, where dads and kids team up to tackle numbers, share donuts, and spark a love of learning. Volunteer to make a difference—help teach math, create memories, and strengthen the heart of our school community! Dates are listed above. If interested in getting involved, please reach out to: Chris Wyatt: christopherwyatt@me.com or sign up by clicking the link below! |
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| Check out what your Stallions are up to in the Land of Specials! This website will be updated by our fabulous team of Specials Teachers as the school year goes on. |
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| Lakewood Elementary students and families, you're invited to the 28th Annual Long Run on Thursday, April 9th! This is J.L. Long Middle School PTA's main fundraiser of the year. The Run starts and finishes at the school, with options to do a 1K Family Fun Run/Walk or a 5K Certified Run on the Santa Fe trail. Runners and walkers of all ages and schools are welcome. After the races, enjoy food, refreshments and entertainment. Each race entry ($35) includes a race t-shirt and food truck dinner. Awards will be given to the fastest runners by age group. Learn more about the event, sponsorships, and sign up to run here. |
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PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE 69TH ANNUAL WOODROW MUSICAL AS WE PRESENT THE SMASH-HIT PRODUCTION OF “9 TO 5 – THE MUSICAL!” Don’t miss this unforgettable weekend of music, comedy, and community spirit as our talented students bring this beloved Broadway classic to life. CONTENT ADVISORY: 9 to 5: The Musical contains some mature themes and humor reflective of workplace culture in the late 1970s, including references to sexism, alcohol and drug use, and adult situations. The production also includes brief simulated gunshot sound effects and flashing lights. While presented in a comedic and empowering way, some material may not be suitable for very young children. Parental discretion is advised. SHOWTIMES: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5 – 7:00 PM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 – 7:00 PM (ASL ACCESSIBLE PERFORMANCE) SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7 – 7:00 PM SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8 – 1:00 PM *ASL ACCESIBLE PERFORMANCE – FRIDAY, FEB 6 Our musical performance on Friday, Feb 6 will include American Sign Language interpreters. There will be a designated section near the interpreters for our guests who will utilize this service. When purchasing tickets for this section look for the area marked “ASL Interpreted Seating” on the Floor Level. DONATIONS: This musical wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of our family and community members. If you’re able and willing to help, please click here to contribute. Your support truly helps make this event a reality! |
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